U.S. Navy demonstrates using roll-on, roll-off discharge facility as floating refueling station
The U.S. Navy has successfully completed a proof-of-concept vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) demonstration at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek on Jul. 13.
Photo: U.S. Navy
A MH-60M was able to land on a Improved Navy Lighterage System (INLS) that is being simulated as a floating refueling station for the helicopter.
The objective of the exercise is to proof that the legacy INLS Roll-on/Roll-off Discharge Facility (RRDF) can be repurpose for emerging needs, replacing high-value logistics supply platforms in contested environments.
The INLS is a sea state three (SS3) capable causeway system that resembles a floating pier comprised of interchangeable modules.
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